RULES OF THE ROAD TEST REVIEW
1. Most rear collisions are caused by what?
2. When you are driving and one of your tires
has a blowout, you should…….
3. When making a left or right turn in a
business or residential district, a continuous
signal to turn must be given (how far in
advance?)
4. Motorcycles are entitled to the full width of
a traffic lane, the same as a vehicle. Therefore,
when you are driving a vehicle and want to
pass a motorcycle, you should do what?
5. You are required by law to yield the rightof-way to any authorized vehicle engaged in
highway construction or maintenance that is
displaying amber (yellow) oscillating, rotating
or flashing lights. True or False
Answers for 1-5
1. Most rear collisions are caused by what?
The vehicle in back following too closely.
2. When you are driving and one of your tires
has a blowout, you should……. Grip the
steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the
gas pedal, and let the vehicle slow down
before you drive onto the shoulder.
3. When making a left or right turn in a
business or residential district, a continuous
signal to turn must be given (how far in
advance?) Not less than 100 feet before
turning.
4. Motorcycles are entitled to the full width of
a traffic lane, the same as a vehicle. Therefore,
when you are driving a vehicle and want to
pass a motorcycle, you should do what? Do
not pass the motorcycle in the same lane that
it is using.
5. You are required by law to yield the rightof-way to any authorized vehicle engaged in
highway construction or maintenance that is
displaying amber (yellow) oscillating, rotating
or flashing lights. True
6. The road surface of a bridge may be
dangerous in winter because………
7. The driver and front-seat passengers (age 8
and above) are required to wear seat safety
belts while riding in a motor vehicle on Illinois
roadways. True or false
8. If your vehicle starts to skid on water
(hydroplane), you should do what????
9. Headlights are required when?????
10. If you are under 17 and you drive after
curfew hours, you must have parent, legal
guardian or someone 18 years of age or older
with you. Your parents or legal guardian must
approve of the person. If these conditions are
not met, your license will not be valid during
those hours. True or false.
Answers for 6-10
6. The road surface of a bridge may be
dangerous in winter because… There may be ice
on bridges even when other pavements are clear.
7. The driver and front-seat passengers (age 8
and above) are required to wear seat safety
belts while riding in a motor vehicle on Illinois
roadways. True
8. If your vehicle starts to skid on water
(hydroplane), you should do what???? Take
your foot off the accelerator and let your
vehicle slow down.
9. Headlights are required when?
a. From dusk to dawn
b. During period of poor visibility
c. When weather conditions require the
use of windshield wipers.
10. If you are under 17 and you drive after
curfew hours, you must have parent, legal
guardian or someone 18 years of age or older
with you. Your parents or legal guardian must
approve of the person. If these conditions are
not met, your license will not be valid during
those hours. True
11. It is legal for you to pass on the shoulder of
the road. True or False
12. With few exceptions, a person may not
drive a motor vehicle (even if borrowed or
rented for a short period of time) unless the
operator holds a valid driver’s license that is
properly classified for that kind and type of
vehicle. True or False
13. You are waiting at an intersection and the
traffic signal light changes to green you may
then go ahead when????
14. A driver moving out of an alley, private
road, or driveway within an urban area must
what????
15. When a two-lane pavement is marked with
a single, solid yellow line on your side of the
center line what must you NOT do??????
Answers to 11-15
11. It is legal for you to pass on the shoulder of
the road. False
12. With few exceptions, a person may not
drive a motor vehicle (even if borrowed or
rented for a short period of time) unless the
operator holds a valid driver’s license that is
properly classified for that kind and type of
vehicle. True
13. You are waiting at an intersection and the
traffic signal light changes to green you may
then go ahead when? After first yielding the
right-of-way to any persons or vehicles that are
within the intersection.
14. A driver moving out of an alley, private
road, or driveway within an urban area must
what? Stop before reaching the sidewalk and
yield to pedestrians and vehicles before
proceeding.
15. When a two-lane pavement is marked with
a single, solid yellow line on your side of the
center line what must you NOT do? You must
not cross the yellow line to pass another
vehicle.
16. What is the single greatest factor in fatal
motor vehicle accidents?
17. When driving on a slippery road and the
rear end of your vehicle starts to skid, you
should do what???
18. If you are convicted of passing a school bus
that is receiving or discharging passengers, you
may lose your driver’s license for at least 3
months. True or False???
19. Your driver’s license will be suspended if,
after being arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE
INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI) any
one of what 3 things happen?????
20. When there are flashing signals at a railroad
crossing and the train clears the crossing, how
soon should you proceed?
Answers to 16-20
16. What is the single greatest factor in fatal
motor vehicle accidents? Alcohol
17. When driving on a slippery road and the
rear end of your vehicle starts to skid, you
should do what? Turn the front wheels in the
direction of the skid.
18. If you are convicted of passing a school bus
that is receiving or discharging passengers, you
may lose your driver’s license for at least 3
months. True
19. Your driver’s license will be suspended if,
after being arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE
INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI) any
one of what 3 things happen?
a. You take a chemical test and register an
amount of alcohol equal to or over the legal
level of intoxication. (.08%)
b. You refuse to take a chemical test.
c. You take a chemical test and register any
trace of a controlled substance or cannabis
(marijuana).
20. When there are flashing signals at a railroad
crossing and the train clears the crossing, how
soon should you proceed? After you check to
make sure another train is not approaching on
another track.
21. When passing another vehicle, you should
not cut back into the right lane until you can
see the vehicle that you just passed in your
rearview mirror. True or False?
22. When a traffic light shows both a red light
and a green arrow in the direction you wish to
turn, you may what???
23. When headlights are required, bright lights
should be dimmed at least 500 feet before
meeting and 300 before overtaking another
vehicle. True or False???
24. When you come to a stop sign, you must
stop your vehicle where???
25. When a right turn against a red signal light
is allowed, the proper way to make the turn is
to what????
Answers to 21-25
21. When passing another vehicle, you should
not cut back into the right lane until you can
see the vehicle that you just passed in your
rearview mirror. True
22. When a traffic light shows both a red light
and a green arrow in the direction you wish to
turn, you may what? May proceed in the
direction of the arrow with caution.
23. When headlights are required, bright lights
should be dimmed at least 500 feet before
meeting and 300 before overtaking another
vehicle. True
24. When you come to a stop sign, you must
stop your vehicle where? At a marked stop
line, before entering the crosswalk, or before
entering the intersection if there is no
crosswalk.
25. When a right turn against a red signal light
is allowed, the proper way to make the turn is
to what?Stop, give the right-of-way to any
persons or vehicles within the intersection,
then cautiously make your turn.
26. When driving along the highway and the
front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the
pavement, you should do what??
27. When a school bus is stopped on a two-lane
or four-lane highway and its red warning lights
are flashing and its stop signal arm is extended,
you must do what? (there is more than one
right answer here)
28. Illinois law requires children under age 8 to
be secured by a restraining system or seat belt
when traveling in a motor vehicle where?
29. A flashing red traffic signal light at an
intersection means what?
30. Drivers are NOT permitted to wear headsets
or have a television receiver visible from the
driver’s seat. True or False?
Answers to 26-30
26. When driving along the highway and the
front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the
pavement, you should do what? Grasp the
steering wheel tightly and take your foot off
the accelerator.
27. When a school bus is stopped on a two-lane
or four-lane highway and its red warning lights
are flashing and its stop signal arm is
extended, you must do what?
a. Stop before meeting or overtaking a
school bus loading or unloading passengers
on a two-lane highway.
b. You do not always need to stop when
meeting a stopped school bus on a roadway
with four or more lanes if at least 2 lanes of
traffic travel in the opposite direction.
c. You do not need to stop if you are
traveling on a four-lane highway in the
opposite direction of a school bus, but you
should drive cautiously.
28. Illinois law requires children under age 8 to
be secured by a restraining system or seat belt
when traveling in a motor vehicle where?
Anywhere in the vehicle.
29. A flashing red traffic signal light at an
intersection means what? Exactly the same
thing as a stop sign.
30. Drivers are NOT permitted to wear headsets
or have a television receiver visible from the
driver’s seat. True
31. Your driving privileges will be revoked in the
state of Illinois if you are convicted of what?
(list at least 3)
32. It is unlawful for any person to leave the
roadway and travel across private property to
avoid an official traffic control device. True or
False?
33. A person who REFUSES to submit to a
chemical test, or tests, of his/her blood, breath
or urine for the purpose of determining the
level of alcohol and/or drug content will have
what happen??? (list at least 3)
34. When approaching a railroad grade crossing
that does NOT have ANY warning system (such
as electric flashing lights or gates), you should
do what?
35. Illinois residents must have what in regards
to insurance?
Answers to 31-35
31. Your driving privileges will be revoked in the
state of Illinois if you are convicted of what?
a. Leaving the scene of an accident in
which you are involved as a driver, if the
accident results in death or personal injury.
b. Street Racing.
c. Driving or being in actual physical
control of a vehicle while under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs
(including prescription drugs that may
impair driving ability) and/or combinations
thereof.
32. It is unlawful for any person to leave the
roadway and travel across private property to
avoid an official traffic control device. True
33. A person who REFUSES to submit to a
chemical test, or tests, of his/her blood, breath
or urine for the purpose of determining the
level of alcohol and/or drug content will have
what happen?
a. Will receive a driver’s license suspension
for 6 months on first offense.
b. Will receive a driver’s license suspension
for 36 months for second or more refusals
within a 5-year period
c. May have this used as evidence against
him/her in court if charged with DRIVING
UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or
durgs.
34. When approaching a railroad grade crossing
that does NOT have ANY warning system (such
as electric flashing lights or gates), you should
do what? Look, listen, slowdown in case you
have to stop, and proceed when safe to do so.
35. Illinois residents must have what in regards
to insurance?
a. Insure their vehicles for liability
b. Carry proof of insurance in the vehicle
c. Produce proof of insurance when
stopped for a traffic violation, during a
random check, or if you are involved in a
traffic accident.
36. Motorcycles, though smaller and lighter in
weight, have the same right-of-way privileges
as other vehicles. Special observance should be
given to motorcyclists. True or False?
37. In order to reinstate full driving privileges
after a Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
revocation, a person must do what?? (list 4)
38. When an authorized emergency vehicle
that is using its siren and flashing lights
approaches your vehicle, you should do what?
39. If you must drive during foggy weather, you
should turn on the low-beam headlights and
what????
40. Many intersection accidents occur because
drivers FAIL to slow down and look carefully to
the left and right before entering the
intersection. True or False?
Answers for 36-40
36. Motorcycles, though smaller and lighter in
weight, have the same right-of-way privileges
as other vehicles. Special observance should
be given to motorcyclists. True
37. In order to reinstate full driving privileges
after a Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
revocation, a person must do what??
a. Submit to a professional assessment of
alcohol and/or drug use and attend a
remedial or rehabilitation program.
b. Carry high-risk auto insurance for 3
years.
c. Be approved for reinstatement by the
Secretary of States of Administrative
Hearings and pay a reinstatement fee.
d. Wait a minimum of one year.
38. When an authorized emergency vehicle
that is using its siren and flashing lights
approaches your vehicle, you should do what?
Pull over to the right-hand edge of the
highway and stop, if possible.
39. If you must drive during foggy weather, you
should turn on the low-beam headlights and
what? Drive at a speed that will allow you to
stop within your field of vision.
40. Many intersection accidents occur because
drivers FAIL to slow down and look carefully to
the left and right before entering the
intersection. True